Vegetable plaiting materials; vegetable… (chapter 14): which countries import it
Chapter 14 covers vegetable materials used for plaiting, stuffing, and brushes, plus plant products not classified elsewhere. Global imports exceed USD…
Published on 14 September 2026Updated on 27 September 2026
Chapter 14 covers vegetable materials used for plaiting, stuffing, and brushes, plus plant products not classified elsewhere. Global imports exceed USD 1.8 billion annually, led by Japan, the US, and China. Spain can export to these markets under EU trade terms; your tariff depends on the specific heading and destination country.
Fact sheet
- Code
- 14
- Sector
- Agriculture and Livestock
Main importing markets
USD · 2025| Country | Imports (USD) |
|---|---|
| Japan | 612,419,566 |
| United States | 221,946,700 |
| China | 188,442,302 |
| India | 135,115,887 |
| Netherlands | 115,486,627 |
| Poland | 78,897,851 |
| South Korea | 71,321,800 |
| United Kingdom | 65,198,476 |
| Germany | 63,594,232 |
| France | 57,988,000 |
| Peru | 54,503,079 |
| Mexico | 45,545,036 |
| Italy | 38,724,662 |
| Belgium | 34,275,856 |
| Pakistan | 32,395,584 |
Imports declared by each country from the world. Countries report with a delay: the period is the latest with consolidated data.
Source: UN ComtradeData for 2025Verified on 27 September 2026
Headings in this chapter
- Vegetable materials of a kind used primarily for plaiting; (e.g. bamboos, rattans, reeds, rushes, osier, raffia, cleaned, bleached or dyed cereal straw and lime bark)Heading 1401
- Vegetable materials of a kind used primarily as stuffing or as padding (for example, kapok, vegetable hair and eel-grass), whether or not put up as a layer with or without supporting material.Heading 1402
- Vegetable materials of a kind used primarily in brooms or in brushes (for example, broomcorn, piassava, couch-grass and istle), whether or not in hanks or bundles.Heading 1403
- Vegetable products not elsewhere specified or includedHeading 1404
Trade fairs in this sector
What you need to know to export Chapter 14 products
Chapter 14 groups natural plant materials and processed vegetable products that don't fit into food or textile categories. The four headings cover materials for plaiting (bamboo, rattan, reeds), stuffing (kapok, plant hair), brushes (broomcorn, piassava), and miscellaneous plant products. Each heading has its own tariff rates and import requirements depending on destination.
Documentation includes the commercial invoice, packing list, phytosanitary certificate, and the bill of lading. Some importers request a certificate of origin to claim preferential tariff rates under EU trade agreements. The buyer's customs broker will confirm which documents are mandatory for clearance in their country.
Questions about exporting Chapter 14 products
What is the difference between the four headings in Chapter 14?
Heading 1401 covers materials for plaiting: bamboo, rattan, reeds, and cleaned or bleached straw. Heading 1402 is for stuffing: kapok, plant hair, and eel-grass. Heading 1403 is for brush materials: broomcorn and piassava. Heading 1404 groups all other plant products not classified in 1401–1403. Your product's tariff rate and import rules depend on which heading it falls into.
Do I need a phytosanitary certificate for all Chapter 14 products?
Yes. All plant materials require a phytosanitary certificate from Spain's plant health authority, issued before shipment. The importer's country uses this certificate to confirm the material is free of specified pests and diseases. Processing or drying does not always exempt you; check the destination country's plant health authority website or ask your buyer.
What are the main tariff rates for Chapter 14 in key markets?
Under EU preferential agreements, rates are often zero or 2–3% to Canada, Mexico, and South Korea. To non-preferential destinations like China or India, rates may be 5–10%. Japan and the US have their own tariff schedules; consult the US International Trade Commission or Japan Customs to confirm the rate for your specific heading and origin.
Which countries import the most Chapter 14 materials from Spain?
Japan, the US, and China are the world's largest importers of Chapter 14 products. Within the EU, the Netherlands and Poland are major buyers. Spain's proximity to Morocco and Portugal, plus established supply chains in bamboo and rattan, make Spain a competitive supplier in these markets. Research your buyer's import volume before targeting a country.
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